Ruqayya
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Ruqayya
The name Ruqayya means "gentle" or "tender," derived from the Arabic root *r-q-y* (ر ق ي), which conveys rising or ascending, though the name is traditionally interpreted as a diminutive form implying softness.
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Etymology
The name Ruqayya means "gentle" or "tender," derived from the Arabic root *r-q-y* (ر ق ي), which conveys rising or ascending, though the name is traditionally interpreted as a diminutive form implying softness. It is primarily used in Islamic cultures, notably as the name of Ruqayya bint Muhammad, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, making it a revered name in Sunni and Shia traditions.
Ruqayya currently ranks #5,204 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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